Risk & Quality, Senior Manager

Description

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Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Risk

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

About us:

The Tax Risk & Quality (R&Q) team is responsible for implementing the firm’s risk and quality compliance programme for the Tax Practice (over 750+ staff) on an ongoing basis. This incorporates annual training programmes, carrying out engagement compliance reviews and business unit reviews and supporting the tax practice with their R&Q and contracting queries.

The role:

We are looking to recruit a Tax R&Q senior manager with exceptional communication skills to work closely with the Tax R&Q Director implementing the firm’s annual risk and quality compliance programme for the Tax Department. Working out of the Dublin office, the R&Q senior manager will also be responsible for the following:-

• Engagement with our Global Risk network

• Implementation of Network Risk Management Policy (NRMP) updates

• Leading Engagement Compliance Reviews (ECRs) and Business Unit Reviews

• Facilitating essential training sessions across the department

• Collating and distributing annual feedback to tax staff on R&Q Performance via Workday

• Communications with the Tax practice on key R&Q issues

• Monitoring controls and assisting with global reporting within the PwC Network.

• Providing support to the Tax practice with R&Q queries throughout client engagements

• Assisting engagement teams with contracting negotiations with clients

• Collaborating closely with internal teams across the firm (Office of General Counsel, AML, Data Protection and Independence teams etc) on R&Q matters.

What does this role offer?

As a leading global regulated accountancy firm, we have policies and procedures in place to help us to provide quality services to our clients. This role would provide an individual with the opportunity to understand the R&Q policies and procedures that are in place and the rationale behind these procedures. Working in a large firm with a global reach means that the team regularly interacts with teams across the firm’s different departments and as the need arises, other territories.

As PwC as a global network is on a digital agenda, our systems, technologies and procedures are constantly being updated so these developments afford our team the opportunity to upskill their digital skills. You will be working with a multitude of global systems like Salesforce, Workday, among others. 

As a Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive industry experience, helping our engagement teams to carry out their R&Q procedures and to solve their queries. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop a thorough understanding of the firm’s R&Q procedures

• Embrace the digital transformation being undertaken in our business. Being motivated to familiarise yourself with these evolutions and to drive these technologies further in our day-to-day business.

• Embrace changes in procedures arising as a result of changes in legislation and work with the Tax R&Q team to adopt any new globally rolled out technologies or systems

• Assist in the ongoing management of internal relationships. 

• Development of your own career. 

• Train tax staff, promoting autonomy to make a difference and deliver results.

• Be part of and contribute to the fun working environment offered by PwC and act as an advocate to promote our learning culture.

About you – Key Competencies & Experience:

• Relevant work experience (minimum 6+ years)

• A commitment to exceptional service

• Keen interest in developing skills in Risk 

• Highly methodical with excellent attention to detail.

• Keen focus on improving processes and ways of working.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Enthusiastic team player. 

• Demonstrate strong commitment and willingness to learn, upskill and adapt to change. 

• Highly motivated and flexible. 

• Ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities 

Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland

We believe that challenges are better solved together. We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level.

Enjoy PwC’s perks

We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC. (https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html).

Being appreciated for being you

Our most valuable asset is our people and we recognise you for it - ensuring you feel like you belong and that you are valued and rewarded for the great work you do everyday. PwC is an equal opportunities employer and creating a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve is hugely important to us.

We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Inclusive Workplace Elevate Pledge. (https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/)

Our Inclusion First strategy puts inclusion at the heart of our culture - supporting an environment where individuality is embraced, diversity is celebrated and inclusion is valued. Check out our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie.

Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we’d love to hear from you!

We will ensure that everyone is supported throughout and, if required, provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Coaching and Feedback, Coaching and Training, Communication, Compliance Advisement, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Risk Assessment, Confidential Information Handling, Contract Review, Contractual Risk Mitigation, Contractual Risk Monitoring, Contract Writing, Creativity, Crisis Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security, Discretion and Business Ethics, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy {+ 40 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

PwC Ireland is committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Working together in an inclusive environment enables us to harness the collective and complementary skills, knowledge, background, and networks of our people.

Job ID:618056WD

Location:Dublin

Line of Service:Tax

Specialism:Risk